An image of the proposed limited-edition passport design released by the State Department.

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State Department planning to put Trump’s face on new passports

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The State Department is set to release a limited-edition U.S. passport featuring President Trump's likeness to commemorate the country's 250th anniversary this summer. The passports will be available to any American citizen who applies at the Washington Passport Agency, with no additional cost for this design. Reports indicate that between 25,000 and 30,000 of these passports will be issued, making Trump the first living president to appear on a U.S. passport.

What This Means

The issuance of these commemorative passports could influence public sentiment regarding Trump's legacy, as they mark a unique recognition of a living president in official U.S. documentation.

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State Department planning to put Trump’s face on new passports
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4/28/2026

State Department planning to put Trump’s face on new passports

The State Department is rolling out a slew of new passport designs to commemorate the country’s 250th birthday, including one featuring President Trump’s face. The Bulwark and Fox News reported Tuesday that the department is adding Trump’s likeness to passports, set to be released this summer. State Department.

An image of the proposed limited-edition passport design released by the State Department.
The New York Times4/28/2026

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U.S. will issue commemorative passports with Trump's picture for America's 250th birthday
Washington Times4/28/2026

U.S. will issue commemorative passports with Trump's picture for America's 250th birthday

WASHINGTON — The State Department said Tuesday that it is preparing a limited release of commemorative U.S. passports celebrating America’s 250th birthday that feature a picture of President Donald Trump , who would be the first living president to be featured in the travel document. The concept for the special.

A sample of a limited release of a commemorative U.S. passport that celebrates America's 250th birthday and features a picture of President Donald Trump, is photographed Tuesday, April 28, 2026. (AP Photo/Jon Elswick)
Associated Press4/28/2026

US will issue commemorative passports with Trump’s picture for America’s 250th birthday

A sample of a limited release of a commemorative U.S. passport that celebrates America’s 250th birthday and features a picture of President Donald Trump, is photographed Tuesday, April 28, 2026. (AP Photo/Jon Elswick) WASHINGTON (AP) — The State Department said Tuesday that it is preparing a limited release of.

US to issue passports featuring Trump’s picture to commemorate America’s 250th anniversary | CNN Politics
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4/28/2026

US to issue passports featuring Trump’s picture to commemorate America’s 250th anniversary

The US will soon begin issuing passports featuring an image of President Donald Trump inside, a State Department official said Tuesday. The official said that the passport “will be the default passport out of the Washington Passport Agency when available” for those who renew their passports in person at that location.